Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Island Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Island Creek Elementary School's student population of 722 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Island Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Island Creek Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#459 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
15%
22%
White
44%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Island Creek Elementary School is ranked #459 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Island Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Island Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Island Creek Elementary School?
722 students attend Island Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Island Creek Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Island Creek Elementary School?
Island Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Island Creek Elementary School offer ?
Island Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Island Creek Elementary School part of?
Island Creek Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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